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Re: CHAR DHAM OF UTTARAKHAND - BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGORTI & YAMNOTRI
« Reply #10 on: October 09, 2007, 01:51:56 PM »
Transport

Badrinath is connected by road to Rishikesh, Dehradun, Haridwar, Pauri, Uttarkashi, Nainital and Almora districts in UP Hills. Some of the major road distances are:

Rishikesh 297 km
Joshimath 42 km
Haridwar 321 km
Karnaprayag 123 km
Rudraprayag 155 km
Deoprayag 225 km
Dehradun 343 km

Air: Jolly Grant AirStrip, near Dehradun, which is 315 kms away.

Rail: The nearest railhead is at Rishikesh, which is at a distance of 292 kms.

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Re: CHAR DHAM OF UTTARAKHAND - BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGORTI & YAMNOTRI
« Reply #11 on: October 09, 2007, 01:53:32 PM »

IN AND AROUND BADRI NATH

Badrinath

With its great scenic beauty and attractive recreational spots in the vicinity, Badrinath attracts an ever increasing number of secular visitors each year too.

Tapt Kund

Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda It is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath Temple.

Narad Kund


A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.

Brahma Kapa


A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda where propitiating rites for the deceased ancestors are performed.

Sheshnetra

Sheshnag’s eye, as it is called is about 1.5 km away. It is a boulder with an impression of the legendary snake Sheshnetra.

Charanpaduka

3 km away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder.

Neelkanth

Neelkanth is a pyramidal shaped snowy peak (6,597m) towering over Badrinath. It is popularly known as the ‘Garhwal Queen’.

Panch Badri

Mata Murti Temple

Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include Seshnetra Temple, Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.

Mana Village

Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, Mana is considered as the last Indian village before Tibet. Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bhim Pul, Vasudhara Falls (3.6 km) are among the places near Mana Village.

Alka Puri

15 km from Badrinath via Mana village lies the source of Alaknanda river from the glacier snouts of Bhagirath – Kharak and Sato Panth glaciers. The spot is supposed to be the above of Kuber, Yakshas and Gandharvas.

Sato Panth


25 km from Badrinath and located at an elevation of 4,402 m is a three cornered lake of serene water with a circumference of about 1 km. The lake is named after the Hindu triad Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh who are believed to occupy one corner each of this lake.  The trek is hazardous and full of dramatic views. An experienced guide is advisable. There is no place to rest except in between caves.  Cooked food, stove etc. must be carried from Badrinath itself.

Arwatal

For the more enterprising, a trek to Arwatal (3,980 m) via Mana, Ghastoli and Arwanala is rewarding.  Through hazardous icy and snowy terrain a number of streams have to be crossed. Badrinath to Ghastoli is 17 km and Arwatal is approximately another 18 km. (Photography is prohibited in this area and a guide is essential).

Vyas Gufa cave


Near Mana village, this is a rock cave where Veyasa is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the Puranic commentaries.


Bhim Pul

On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge lies over the roaring Saraswati River.  It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.

Vasudhara

As the name suggests, Vasudhara is a magnificent waterfall with a height of 122 mtrs. This place is 5 kms. from Badrinath out of which 2 km are motorable unto Mana, the last village of India on this border.

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Re: CHAR DHAM OF UTTARAKHAND - BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGORTI & YAMNOTRI
« Reply #12 on: October 09, 2007, 03:32:20 PM »

Enjoy this video of Badri Nath..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLqTjgmWmJk

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Re: CHAR DHAM OF UTTARAKHAND - BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGORTI & YAMNOTRI
« Reply #13 on: October 09, 2007, 03:33:10 PM »

Another Video of Badri Nath..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNKvOUYrjZo

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« Reply #14 on: October 09, 2007, 03:35:59 PM »

Watch out this video.. and see the road.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBb4yM729Tg

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« Reply #15 on: October 09, 2007, 03:37:49 PM »


Caranpaduka.. a small trek from Badrinath.. Note the man-made waterfall for hydro in this video...Badrinath Ji Narayan Parvat

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14Gw30sS80

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« Reply #16 on: October 09, 2007, 03:38:54 PM »

See the Kedar Nath hereitself... on video..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIjrlHec2Ww

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Re: CHAR DHAM OF UTTARAKHAND - BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGORTI & YAMNOTRI
« Reply #18 on: October 09, 2007, 05:21:18 PM »
Gangotri : Gangotri or Gangavatari marks the descent of the celestial to earth. Gangotri is situated behind Kedarnath on the south bank of the river, amidst a thick stand of deodars at an altitudes of 3,100m.A little distance away the Kedar Gnaga joins the Bhagirathi at Gaurkikund. This pool is consecrated as the site of the goddess Gauri's ritusnan (ritual bath celebrating the attainment of ouberty).

The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. According to another legend, Pandavas performed the great 'Deva Yagna' here to atone the deaths of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. High structure made of white granite.

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Re: CHAR DHAM OF UTTARAKHAND - BADRINATH, KEDARNATH, GANGORTI & YAMNOTRI
« Reply #19 on: October 09, 2007, 05:22:00 PM »
Yamunotri : Yamunotri at an elevation of 3235 meteres above sea-level, the shrine of Yamunotri is one of the 'Four Dhams' of Uttarakhand.


According to Hindu mythology, Yamunotri is the origin of the sacred river Yamuna. Famous for its thermal springs and glaciers, it is one of the most important stopovers on the itinerary of the Hindu pilgrim.

 

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